David Epstein, MD
NPI 1790084978 · Infectious Disease Physician · Palo Alto, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Infectious Disease · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Epstein, MD is a Infectious Disease Physician provider in Palo Alto, CA (NPI 1790084978).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1790084978
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Infectious Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A122144 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
15 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
646 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 151 | $207 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 149 | $19 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 78 | $151 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 55 | $134 |
| Telephone, Internet, Or Electronic Health Record Assessment and Management With Written Report By Consulting Physician, at Least 5 Minutes99451 | 44 | $40 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Azithromycin | 96 | 20 |
| Ertapenem Sodiumbrand: Ertapenem | 80 | — |
| Ethambutol Hcl | 77 | 15 |
| Fluconazole | 25 | — |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 17 | — |
| Amikacin Liposomal/Neb.accessrbrand: Arikayce | 16 | — |
| Ceftriaxone Sodiumbrand: Ceftriaxone | 16 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-03-27
- Last updated
- 2024-04-29
- Certified
- 2024-04-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Epstein's NPI number?
- David Epstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790084978, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Epstein's specialty?
- David Epstein is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Infectious Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Epstein located?
- David Epstein's practice location on file with NPPES is 300 Pasteur Dr, Palo Alto, CA 94304-2203.
- What is David Epstein's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Epstein is (650) 723-4000.
- Does David Epstein accept Medicare?
- David Epstein is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Epstein's NPI active?
- Yes — David Epstein's NPI (1790084978) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-04-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.